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Hi Folks,
So I am now learning that cherry wood grows dark with age! I am building this sofa table with a cherry base and walnut top. (See dry fitted version, attached). Can someone give me some simple guidelines to finishing the cherry? I guess the effect I was looking for into have the base be lighter than the top and to show the nice cherry grain and figure. Now I reading that it blotches and changes color! A simple step by step would be great. (Talk to me like I'm a 5 year old).
My last project was a table with pine top made from very old reclaimed wood. I believe I pre treated the wood with linseed oil cut with mineral spirits, per your suggestions. This forum's guidance got me through that project and the result was a finish that blotch free and quite successful. I look forward to your suggestions and tips on finishing this cherry wood.
Thanks in advance,
Greg
So I am now learning that cherry wood grows dark with age! I am building this sofa table with a cherry base and walnut top. (See dry fitted version, attached). Can someone give me some simple guidelines to finishing the cherry? I guess the effect I was looking for into have the base be lighter than the top and to show the nice cherry grain and figure. Now I reading that it blotches and changes color! A simple step by step would be great. (Talk to me like I'm a 5 year old).
My last project was a table with pine top made from very old reclaimed wood. I believe I pre treated the wood with linseed oil cut with mineral spirits, per your suggestions. This forum's guidance got me through that project and the result was a finish that blotch free and quite successful. I look forward to your suggestions and tips on finishing this cherry wood.
Thanks in advance,
Greg
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